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Manchester Police Officer placed on administrative leave

Manchester Police Officer placed on administrative leave


MANCHESTER, NH – Manchester Police Officer Justin Ketcham has been placed on administrative leave after an incident on Bruce Road Wednesday raised concerns.

Around 830 Wednesday morning Manchester Police responded to a domestic violence issue on Bruce Road where an adult male was allegedly strangling his elderly father.

When Officer Ketcham arrived at the residence, he was met by 57-year-old Gary Miller who immediately engaged  the officer.    Miller resisted arrest, and additional restraints, including leg restraints and a spit hood, were used.

Miller was arrested and charged with Second Degree Assault, Resisting Arrest, and Simple Assault.- the incident was partially captured on cellphone video and later shared on social media.

The video raised concerns and the Public Integrity Unit (PIU),  is looking further into the incident.

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